Appland
Young tech entrepreneur Olivia Grassi has hit rock bottom. She's been dumped by her boyfriend/business partner, ousted from the tech company she helped create, and she's spending all her money on a lawsuit against them, both. She moves back home to Pasadena, California, where her best friend Shane suggests she creates a new dating app to get her life back on track. Olivia goes on a series of meetings to pitch her new dating app, but fails miserably because everyone she meets is terrified of her. Frustrated, but not out of the game, Olivia gets help from Shane and her family to make another attempt at selling her app. This time she gets set up with one of the biggest venture capitalists in the world, Alan Stevenson. However, this opportunity doesn't go far when Alan sexually harasses Olivia, and asks her to sign an NDA before agreeing to work with her. Rushing out of Alan's office, Olivia runs into Luke, who comforts her until her best friend Shane comes to her aid.
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Plot Summary
A young woman, struggling with her past trauma, finds herself drawn into a mysterious and dangerous online community. As she delves deeper, the lines between the digital and real worlds begin to blur, leading her into a terrifying and inescapable situation. The film explores themes of addiction, isolation, and the dark side of technology.
Critical Reception
Appland received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with some praising its atmospheric tension and unsettling themes, while others found its plot underdeveloped and its execution lacking. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some viewers appreciating its dark tone and psychological elements, and others feeling it was too bleak or slow-paced.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and exploration of digital isolation.
- Criticized for a predictable plot and underdeveloped characters.
- Some found the horror elements effective, while others deemed them uninspired.
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Fun Fact
The film was shot primarily in South Africa, with its production aiming to create a sense of claustrophobia and unease that mirrors the protagonist's psychological state.
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